2014 Ford Escape Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 406

Scheduled Maintenance Multi-Point inspection Accessory drive belt(s) Battery performance Engine air filter Exhaust system Exterior lamps operation Fluid levels ; fill if necessary For oil and fluid leaks Half-shaft dust boots * * Hazard warning system operation Horn operation Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses Suspension components for leaks or damage Steering and linkage Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure ** Windshield for cracks, chips or pits Washer spray and wiper operation Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer ** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed. Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. This means you do not have to remember to change the oil on a mileage-based schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED in the information display. The following table provides examples of vehicle use and its impact on oil change intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil change intervals depend on several factors and generally decrease with severity of use. NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you should change the engine oil based on how your vehicle is used. By using several important factors in its calculations, the monitor helps reduce the cost of owning your vehicle and reduces environmental waste at the same time. 403 Escape/Kuga (TM2)